Grasslands Reserve Program payments in Montana totaled $241,425 in 2023
Counties in Montana Receiving Grasslands Reserve Program payments, 2023
| Rank | County | Grasslands Reserve Program 2023 | Pct of Total | Running Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Phillips County, Montana | $111,315 | 46.1% | 46.1% |
| 2 | Blaine County, Montana | $52,760 | 21.9% | 68.0% |
| 3 | Golden Valley County, Montana | $47,060 | 19.5% | 87.5% |
| 4 | Sweet Grass County, Montana | $17,866 | 7.4% | 94.9% |
| 5 | Toole County, Montana | $9,696 | 4.0% | 98.9% |
| 6 | Fergus County, Montana | $2,728 | 1.1% | 100.0% |
Source: Environmental Working Group. Compiled from USDA data.
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